While we'd love to say that all the members of a rock band are important to how the group performs, we have to admit it: the lead guitarist generally has the best gig. With blazing, fast licks that make our heart go all aflutter, the best and most catchy melodies in the song, and the spotlight always on them, lead guitarists have become many a schoolgirl's crush.

If you're looking to play lead guitar for your garage band, make sure you're up to snuff by practicing nonstop. Also watch this electric guitar tutorial to learn how to play four different lead guitar licks.